I have Barb's book and have read it a couple of times. I have some poly/wool fabric on the way that I got a deal on to make my first attempt. I still am a bit confused on some things though.

1. I am assuming this fabric will need to be hemmed. Does anyone have some color photos of the hemming process to show me how a finished hem on a kilt should look? Also, how does the hem affect the pleats if at all?

2. Why is the back join not performed until after the pleats are stitched? I am sure there is a good reason but it seems to me that this would be done right after ripping the fabric.

Thanks for any input! I am sure I will have many more questions as I get into actually making the kilt.